11.   And in some ways, the candidates said, Romney is an even better target than Swift, since some of his positions offer greater opportunities for contrast.

12.   And several black jury candidates said they had been harassed in the past by the police.

13.   And many spokesmen refused to even discuss why their candidates have said what they did, fearful that any explanation would politicize the subject.

14.   And several African-American jury candidates said they had been harassed in the past by the police.

15.   And the candidates should say what price they think Washington should be willing to pay for a peace treaty between Israel and Syria.

16.   And to that end, the candidates said they were prepared to do just about anything to win.

17.   Another conflict arises over the abortion issue, although both candidates say women have a right to choose abortion.

18.   As for the election itself, the Senate candidates say they have had to adjust their strategies, spending money earlier and spreading advertising out longer.

19.   At least one Texas Democratic congressional candidate said Thursday he has seen enough.

20.   At five media events in California, refusing to defend himself or otherwise distract the media, the candidate said little.